The irresponsible practices of past archeological researchers have led Native educators to distrust and disregard the useful role that archeology can play in the history curriculum. Archaeologists, Native educators, and university anthropology departments should cooperate to develop culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate programs for…

Provides a rationale for integrating archaeology into the social studies classroom, suggesting archaeology topics that satisfy knowledge goals in the curriculum. Describes field trip, excavation, and experimental archaeology activities. Includes lists of archaeological agencies and teacher references. (LS)